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What's the roundish, semi-hard lump or ball just below the sternum, and slightly to the left of center? it's sore when pushed and when sucking in gut.
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Xiphoid process: The xiphoid process, or xiphosternum or metasternum, is a small cartilaginous process (extension) of the lower part of the sternum which is usually ossified in the adult human. This is probably what you are feeling. See a dr. to confirm if you are concerned.
Answered 10/4/2016
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